Project Officer (Materials Science/Chemistry/Environmental Engineering/Biology)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a motivated Project Officer to join a groundbreaking project focused on upcycling keratinous waste into bioplastics. This role involves formulating and optimizing bioplastics, characterizing their properties, and assessing biodegradation profiles. The ideal candidate will have a background in materials science or related fields and experience in polymers and biomaterials research. Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to sustainable solutions in environmental engineering. This opportunity promises to enhance your skills and make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields required.
• Experience in polymers and material characterization necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and generate updates.
• Formulate and optimize keratin-based bioplastics.

Skills

Polymers research

Biomaterials research

Material characterization

Good communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Tools

FTIR

SEM

Job description

The School of Materials Science and Engineering is looking for a highly motivated candidate to join us as a Project Officer (PO). The PO will join an MOE funded project led by Prof Ng Kee Woei. The project aims to upcycle keratinous waste for the bioplastics development. The PO will be responsible to develop and optimize the formulation of keratin-based bioplastics, characterize the produced bioplastics and assess its biodegradation profile in soil.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough literature review and generate periodic updates

• Extract the keratin protein

• Formulate and optimize keratin-based bioplastics

• Characterize the keratin-based bioplastics properties (e.g. Mechanical strength, FTIR, SEM, degradability, permeability, water contact, etc.)

• Analyse and interpret research data

• Develop and optimize protocols

• Manage logistical issues and laboratory inventory.

• Participate in collaborative work within multidisciplinary team and external collaborators

• Assist the generation of periodic progress report as required by funding agency

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science/Chemistry/Environmental Engineering/Biology or related fields

• Experience in polymers, biomaterials research and material characterization required (e.g. Mechanical strength, FTIR, SEM, degradability, permeability, water contact, etc)

• Experience in environmental science and engineering will be a bonus

• Good communication and writing skills

• Good coordination/project management skills

• Able to plan and execute experiments with minimal supervision

• Able to take initiative to improve processes and troubleshoot problems

• Able to organize well and adhere to deadlines

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU